Microbiologists pay in Georgia
In Georgia, the median pay for microbiologists is $49.55 an hour ($103,070 a year). About 880 people work in this job there.
That is 17% higher than the U.S. median ($87,990). Georgia ranks 4th of 42 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for microbiologists in Georgia
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $31.97 | $66,510 |
| 25% of workers | $42.30 | $87,990 |
| Half of workers (median) | $49.55 | $103,070 |
| 75% of workers | $60.72 | $126,300 |
| 90% of workers | $75.97 | $158,020 |
Microbiologists pay in Georgia metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Athens-Clarke County | $112,440 | 80 |
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell | $109,320 | 630 |
Georgia unemployment rate: 3.2% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for microbiologists
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 6 months to 1 year (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +6.2% over ten years, faster than average · about 1,500 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Georgia
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists | $92,450 |
| Biological Scientists, All Other | $96,820 |
| Food Scientists and Technologists | $86,050 |
| Epidemiologists | $70,880 |
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